Local Government
Serpentine-Jarrahdale
Region
Peel
Location
81 Jarrahdale Rd Jarrahdale
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1890
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 29 Aug 2003 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 31 Jul 2000 | Category 4 | |
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 19 Sep 2022 | Category 3 | |
| Classified by the National Trust | UNKNOWN | 14 Jul 1997 | ||
Statement of Significance
Limited significance because the shop has been relocated, and possibly significantly modified. However, significant for its association with the opening of the timber industry in Jarrahdale which was the basis for the development of the Jarrahdale townsite. Associated with the group of historic buildings in the historic Jarrahdale townsite.
Physical Description
A single-storey building with high-pitched gable broken back roof forming front veranda, two large front windows on Jarrahdale Rd.
History
The original store was built c1890s to service the mill workers. The store has been relocated to its present site. Jarrahdale General Store is now a popular stop for travellers and locals looking for refreshments, general groceries and a social place to meet.
Integrity/Authenticity
MODIFICATIONS: Rear lean-to enclosed in an extension. The shop was relocated to this site - date unknown.
Condition
Fair
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| SJ5-07 | Local Heritage Survey |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | FORESTRY | Other |
| Original Use | FORESTRY | Other |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | ASBESTOS | Fibrous Cement, flat |
| Wall | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Timber industry |
Creation Date
16 Jun 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
19 Oct 2023Disclaimer
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